**Meatballs with Tomato and Zucchini Medley: A Journey of Flavors**
Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing Meatballs with Tomato and Zucchini Medley. This delectable dish features tender and juicy meatballs nestled in a vibrant medley of fresh tomatoes, zucchini, and herbs. Discover the harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors in every bite. With three variations to choose from – classic, cheesy, and gluten-free – this recipe caters to diverse dietary preferences. Embark on a culinary adventure that promises a symphony of flavors and textures, perfect for a hearty and satisfying meal.
ZUCCHINI MEATBALLS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: zucchinis, salt, large egg, ricotta cheese, bread crumbs, italian seasoning, fresh basil, fresh parsley, pepper, olive oil, medium onion, garlic, cooked pasta, marinara sauce
Provided by Pierce Abernathy
Categories Dinner
Yield 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cut off the bottoms of each zucchini and use a cheese grater or box grater to shred into a large bowl. Sprinkle salt on top, toss, and let rest in a colander in the sink for 20 minutes to pull out excess moisture.
- Preheat the oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
- Using a dish towel, squeeze out excess liquid from the shredded zucchini. Move the zucchini to a dry bowl and add the egg, ricotta bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, basil, parsley, pepper, olive oil, onion, and garlic. Stir until evenly mixed, then form the mixture into golf ball-sized balls.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until browned, flipping halfway through.
- Serve over pasta with marinara sauce.
- Enoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 832 calories, Carbohydrate 138 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 31 grams, Sugar 11 grams
TOMATOES AND ZUCCHINI WITH MEATBALLS
Use this one-dish meal to sneak in a few servings of vegetables. Serve it in bowls with crusty Italian bread or spoon it over fettuccine.
Provided by TXOLDHAM
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine beef or turkey, bread crumbs, egg substitute or egg, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and 4 tablespoons cheese. Form into balls the size of walnuts. Warm oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add meatballs, several at a time, and cook 15 minutes, or until browned and no longer pink inside. Remove to a bowl,leaving drippings in the skillet.
- In the same skillet in warm drippings over medium-high heat, add onion and garlic. Cook 5 minutes, or until onion is tender.
- Stir in zucchini, yellow squash, cut tomatoes (with juice), crushed tomatoes, sugar, remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan, remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and meatballs. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook 20 minutes. Stir in basil. Serve.
MEATBALLS WITH TOMATO AND ZUCCHINI MEDLEY
From "The South Beach Diet Cookbook" c.2004 Use this phase 2 one-dish meal to easily add a few servings of vegetables to your day. Serve it in bowls with crusty whole grain bread or spoon it over whole wheat fettuccine.
Provided by WendyMaq
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine beef or turkey, bread crumbs, egg, 1 teaspoon of pepper, Italian Seasoning, and 8 tablespoons Parmesan cheese. Form into balls the size of walnuts.
- Spray a large non-stick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Working in batches, add meatballs and cook for 15 minutes or until browned and no longer pink inside. Remove to a bowl and set aside.
- In same skillet as the meatball drippings over med-high heat, add the onion and garlic and cook for 5 minutes or until the onion is tender.
- Stir in the Stir in zucchini, squash, cut tomatoes with juice, crushed tomatoes, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper, the remaining 4 tablespoons of cheese, and the meatballs.
- Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped basil. Garnish with a the basil sprig.
ZUCCHINI MEATBALLS
Provided by Food Network
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- For the meatballs: Add the chopped zucchini to salted boiling water for 4 minutes. Drain the excess water from the zucchini. Transfer the zucchini to a baking dish and allow to cool. Squeeze out the excess water from the boiled zucchini.
- In a mixing bowl, add the zucchini, scamorza cheese, Pecorino cheese, fresh mint leaves, eggs, and bread crumbs. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly distributed. With your hands, shape the meatballs into the size of golf balls. Coat the meatballs in the bread crumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a deep frying pan. Gently place the meatballs into the hot oil and let fry until golden and crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with an absorbent paper towel to drain the excess oil. Serve with the tomato salad.
- To make the tomato salad: Add the cherry tomatoes, basil, and salt to a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and mix together.
Tips:
- Prep your ingredients. Before you start cooking, wash and chop your vegetables, and measure out your spices and seasonings. This will make the cooking process much smoother.
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes. The fresher the tomatoes, the better your sauce will be. If you can, use tomatoes that are in season.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. When browning the meatballs, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- Simmer the sauce. Simmering the sauce for a longer period of time will help to develop the flavors.
- Season to taste. Taste the sauce before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.
Conclusion:
This hearty and flavorful dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. The meatballs are juicy and tender, and the sauce is rich and tangy. Serve it over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
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